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We are all set for WWE SmackDown's final episode before the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view. The blue brand will feature a major match between Roman Reigns and Rey Mysterio. In addition to an in-ring debut, the show will also see two ‘kings’ battling it out for a crown.
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In this article, we will take a look at events that can transpire on WWE SmackDown this week. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
#5 WWE SmackDown to feature Roman Reigns vs. Rey Mysterio inside Hell in a Cell
WWE SmackDown Superstar Rey Mysterio recently took to Twitter to demand that he didn't want to wait until the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view to get his hands on Roman Reigns. Instead, he wished to challenge the Universal Champion for his title on SmackDown itself, and the latter surprisingly agreed.
The feud between Reigns and the legendary luchador kickstarted on WWE SmackDown when The Usos got their title shots against The Mysterios. Jey and Jimmy Uso came close to losing their second match against the champions, which prompted Reigns to brutally interfere. He first took Rey Mysterio out of the equation by slamming him with the steel steps.
Reigns then turned his attention towards Dominik. The Tribal Chief showed no mercy as he laid out a devastating attack on one half of the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champions. Reigns’ brutality even prompted Jimmy Uso to leave the ring. The following week, Rey Mysterio returned to challenge the Universal Champion to a title match inside Hell in a Cell.
Now that this match has been moved to SmackDown, there are a few interesting possibilities for WWE to explore. The match could end in no-contest if things go out of hand, allowing Reigns and Rey Mysterio to meet in a rematch at the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view. It will also be interesting to see if Jimmy Uso helps his brother and his cousin stand tall despite the limitations of the stipulation.
It is highly improbable that the Universal Championship will change hands on WWE SmackDown tonight. If Reigns picks up a clean victory over Rey Mysterio, then we might not see him compete at Hell in a Cell pay-per-view on Sunday.
As of this writing, there are no concrete reports about WWE’s decision to remove the Universal Championship match from Hell in a Cell pay-per-view. However, it will undoubtedly draw a lot of attention towards SmackDown’s main event this week.
#4 Commander Azeez set to make his in-ring debut on WWE SmackDown tonight
Last week on WWE SmackDown, Kevin Owens and Big E teamed up to take on Apollo Crews and Sami Zayn. After an interesting in-ring battle, Owens pinned Zayn to win the match for his team. However, Crews was not yet ready to accept defeat. The Intercontinental Champion took the mic and demanded a rematch against Owens and Big E.
He blamed his loss entirely on Zayn and stated that the result would be different if he was paired up with his ally, Commander Azeez. This led to a tag team match being booked between the four superstars for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown.
The match will also mark the SmackDown in-ring debut of Commander Azeez, who has worked well in aiding Crews over the last few weeks.
Now, Azeez will look to assert his dominance by targeting KO, and WWE could book a squash encounter to put him over with the viewers.
#3 Otis scheduled to face former tag team champion on WWE SmackDown
The WWE SmackDown Tag Team Division has finally awakened from its extended slumber. Apart from the title feud between The Mysterios and The Usos, two other tag teams have also caught the attention of the WWE Universe.
The last few weeks saw The Alpha Academy and The Street Profits cross paths on more than one occasion.
The two teams began feuding when Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins’ apparent disrespect towards Chad Gable irked Otis beyond measure. Otis attacked Street Profits, which indirectly led to a match between Ford and Gable on WWE SmackDown last week. Ford came close to sealing his victory against Gable, but Otis rushed to the ring and attacked The Street Profits member.
Otis is currently scheduled to lock horns with Dawkins in a singles bout. Both team members need this opportunity to push themselves into the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship picture.
A good feud could work wonders for Alpha Academy’s current position on the roster. Otis will attempt to make a strong statement tonight, and we are looking forward to an exciting match between him and Dawkins on WWE SmackDown.
#2 “Battle for the crown” on WWE SmackDown
Shinsuke Nakamura recently reverted to his old fascinating self on WWE SmackDown and has found a trusted friend in Rick Boogs. The King of Strong Style disliked that he had to share his royal title with the 'King of the Ring’, Baron Corbin.
Thus, he set his sights on Corbin’s crown and managed to steal it with ease. This has led to a few altercations between the two stars ever since.
Both superstars also locked horns on WWE SmackDown last week. Nakamura ended up winning the match, but Corbin tried to take back his crown.
However, Nakamura and Boogs teamed up to attack him at ringside and steal the crown once again. An irritated Corbin stormed backstage to confront Adam Pearce, who confirmed a match between the two superstars with the crown on the line.
It was certainly an interesting way to include both Corbin and Nakamura’s respective titles in a feud.
If Nakamura manages to win tonight, Corbin will likely come after him once again. The latter also has a disadvantage because Nakamura has Boogs on his side. As a result, could we see Corbin forming an alliance with another superstar?
#1 What’s next for Cesaro and Seth Rollins on WWE SmackDown?
Cesaro made an impressive return during WWE Smackdown last week, when Seth Rollins appeared as a special guest for Bayley's talk show, “Ding Dong, Hello!”
Bayley and Rollins initially had a good time as they mocked Bianca Belair and Cesaro, respectively. Unfortunately, The Messiah's laughter soon turned into gasps after Cesaro entered the ring and attacked him on WWE SmackDown. He reminded Rollins about how the latter needs to pay for his previous actions.
Cesaro then ripped Rollins’ suit and smashed him through the door, destroying Bayley’s set in the process.
Both superstars have been feuding on WWE SmackDown for a while now, and it appears that they are far from done.
We might see Cesaro and Rollins engage in another altercation this week, as the rivalry could work well in building momentum for both the superstars on the blue brand.
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